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Poster explanation
This poster explains the responsibilities of education providers, placement providers and learners when it comes to flexibility.
Poster text
Safe learning environment charter – flexibility
Learner wellbeing and professional development is supported by flexible working and learning practices, both in terms of accessibility to facilities and to forms of educational opportunities.
Together, education and placement providers should:
Consider alternative supervision models in line with professional regulatory requirements.
Offer flexibility in placement if feasible.
Use innovative approaches to support flexible placement requests where possible.
Practice supervisors / assessors should:
Be supportive of flexible working arrangements for learners.
Education providers should:
Minimise academic deadlines and assessments whilst learners are on placement.
Assist learners with techniques to support balancing academic, placement, and home life demands.
Learners should: Understand the demands of their chosen profession, including a 24-hour service provision if required.
Visit our website at www.learninghub.nhs.uk/catalogue/safe-learning-environment-charter